Yellow Petal Flower Farm named 2024 Nevada Agriculture, Food and Beverage Small Business of the Year


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Ciara Ressel
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SPARKS, Nev. - January 15, 2025

The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA), in partnership with Made in Nevada (MIN) presented the 2024 Nevada Agriculture, Food and Beverage Small Business of the Year Award to Yellow Petal Flower Farm from Fallon, Nev. with Senator Robin Titus and representatives from Governor Joe Lombardo and Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony's offices.

 

"Yellow Petal Flower Farm truly represents the spirit of small business in the agriculture, food and beverage industry," said NDA Director J.J. Goicoechea. "From putting seeds into soil, to nurturing their community just as they do their crops, they are a reflection of the important role these small businesses have in Nevada."

 

The award recognizes the extraordinary work done by agriculture, food and beverage industries in Nevada. Yellow Petal Flower Farm was selected from 22 nominations to receive this year's award. Along with them, 7 Hawk Ranch, Huck Salt Company, Park Ranch Meats and Urban Roots were among the top five nominees. Nominations for Yellow Petal Flower farm recognized them for their service to the Churchill County community, uplifting other farmers, creating a space where they can bring their products to consumers, and showcasing what Nevada agriculture can look like.

 

"This award is more than a recognition-it's a profound validation of our journey, our vision, and the community that has embraced us," said Kim Urso, owner of Yellow Petal Flower Farm.  "It stands as a testament to the love and care we've poured into our farm, but even more so, is a tribute to everyone who has walked this path with us-family, friends, mentors and every visitor who has found joy and peace among the flowers."

About the Nevada Department of Agriculture

TheNevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) mission is to preserve, protect and promote Nevada's agriculture. The department has 225 dedicated employees providing services in its five divisions, Administrative Services, Animal Industry, Measurement Standards, Food and Nutrition, and Plant Health and Compliance. The department's $288 million budget facilitates regulatory and administrative work in agriculture and food manufacturing industries, protecting public and environmental health and worker safety, and providing food distribution and oversight for the United States Department of Agriculture's school and community nutrition programs.

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